Chili Stuffed Peppers

From Shreveport, Louisiana, Marilyn Otstott shares this trick for speedy stuffed peppers. “Use a can of chili in place of the ground beef,” she says. “Since the chili is already cooked and seasoned, the peppers don’t need to bake long before they’re ready for the table.”

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Shannon Talmage of Alexandria, Indiana sends this family friendly, taco-flavored version of the classic stuffed bell pepper dinner. Sometimes she uses rice instead of orzo pasta; they'll both work well in this recipe.

We've always liked stuffed peppers, but everyone is pleasantly surprised at this mildly spicy version. For convenience, you can assemble these pretty peppers ahead of time and bake them later.
—LaDonna Reed of Ponca City, Oklahoma